Jarred Vanderbilt has averaged 0.4 technical fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.3 higher than he's averaged over the course of the year.The Los Angeles Lakers will likely experience a decrease in opportunities in this game from squaring off against the 3rd-least up-tempo tempo home team in the league over the last 5 games (the Celtics).The Lakers have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 25 games, their opposition has secured 11.9 offensive rebounds per game (2nd-highest in the league) against the Celtics (preserving possessions that can bring about bonus opportunities for offense).Jarred Vanderbilt will not hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home stadium usually reduces player performance for all stats.
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